Is anyone still on Nostr any longer

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GM Nostr

GM $BTC Nostr Army Can you lot zap the shit out of this , Freedom coms satellite hardware part purchases + system R&D + custom firmware Dev work is adding up wildly fast. Any OC BTC or zaps go to support my projects Need to show the wife I'm not solo riding this research time and cost

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Testing via sat to

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Help us reach our Goal to make this project Free Open Source for all https://geyser.fund/project/solarbit

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I like the look of this !

very quiet. not sure what changed but F all traction or engagement.

Transmit relay

nostr is genially either broken or I'm just not seeing any action

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# 🌞 SolarBit OS V1.4.3 Release Changelog ## 🔥 Major New Features ### ⚡ **W5500 Ethernet Module Support (Work in Progress)** - **Initial Framework**: Added W5500 Ethernet module framework and SPI interface code - **Hardware Detection**: Basic W5500 detection with SPI communication setup - **Future Capability**: Foundation for wired network connectivity (implementation in progress) - **UI Integration**: Ethernet status displays and configuration panels ready for activation ### 🏷️ **Device Hostname Management** - **Custom Hostnames**: Set custom device hostnames for network identification - **Persistent Storage**: Hostname configuration saved to EEPROM with validation - **Network Integration**: Hostname applied to both WiFi and Ethernet connections - **Enhanced Setup**: Hostname configuration integrated into initial device setup wizard ### 🌪️ **Advanced Fan Profile System** - **Multiple Fan Profiles**: Support for different fan types (Noctua, Delta) with optimized curves - **Profile-Based Control**: Automatic temperature-based speed control using selected profile - **Persistent Settings**: Fan profile selection saved to EEPROM and survives reboots - **Real-time Switching**: Change fan profiles on-the-fly through web interface ## 🛠️ Critical Safety & Performance Improvements ### 🚨 **Enhanced Motor Safety System** - **Position-Comparison Safety**: Replaced unreliable direction variables with BitSat-proven position comparison logic - **Non-Blocking Movement**: Eliminated dangerous continuous `runForward()`/`runBackward()` functions - **Discrete Step Movement**: All tracking movements now use safe discrete steps (200-step increments) - **Bulletproof Limit Switch Protection**: Enhanced hardware interrupt + software position monitoring ### ⚡ **Improved Solar Tracking Algorithm** - **Fixed Minimum Light Threshold**: Updated tracking to stop below 250 LDR units (was 1400) - **Better Error Detection**: Improved X/Y error calculation and 3-second stabilization system - **Reduced False Movement**: Enhanced hysteresis system prevents shadow-chasing and oscillation ### 🔧 **System Reliability Enhancements** - **Enhanced WiFi Validation**: Improved credential validation prevents EEPROM corruption - **Better State Management**: Restored complete V1.3.7 state machine with proper homing sequences - **Robust Error Handling**: Enhanced error recovery for network and motor operations ## 🎨 User Interface Improvements ### 📊 **Enhanced Dashboard** - **Network Overview Section**: Comprehensive display of WiFi, Ethernet, and Bridge status - **Device Identity Display**: Shows current hostname and network identification - **Updated Power Monitoring**: Duplicate power displays on both Dashboard and Controls pages - **Improved Status Indicators**: Better visual feedback for all system components ### ⚙️ **Advanced Settings Panel** - **Hostname Configuration**: User-friendly hostname setup with validation - **Fan Profile Selection**: Easy switching between fan profiles (Noctua/Delta) - **Enhanced Ethernet Status**: Detailed hardware and connection diagnostics - **Streamlined Bridge Config**: Improved WiFi bridge setup and management ### 🐛 **Debug System Improvements** - **Smarter Log Classification**: Orange for normal operations, red only for real system errors - **Enhanced Motor Logging**: Better tracking of discrete movements vs. continuous operations - **Improved Network Diagnostics**: More detailed connection and hardware status information ## 🌐 Enhanced Captive Portal ### 🔧 **Complete Setup Experience** - **Hostname Configuration**: Set device hostname during initial WiFi setup - **Enhanced Validation**: Better error handling and user feedback during setup - **Improved User Experience**: Cleaner interface with better visual feedback - **Future-Proof Design**: Foundation for additional first-run configuration options ## 📡 Network & Connectivity ### 🔗 **Dual Network Support** - **Primary WiFi**: Main internet connection with automatic reconnection - **Bridge Network**: Share internet connection with other devices via WiFi AP - **Future Ethernet**: W5500 Ethernet framework in development for triple connectivity ### 🛡️ **Enhanced Network Reliability** - **Automatic Failover**: Seamless switching between network interfaces - **Connection Monitoring**: Real-time status of all network connections - **DNS Management**: Improved DNS handling for bridge clients - **Hardware Diagnostics**: Detailed SPI and cable status reporting ## 🔧 Technical Architecture ### 💾 **Enhanced EEPROM Management** - **Extended Layout**: Additional EEPROM space for new configuration options - **Validation System**: Magic numbers and validation flags prevent corruption - **Backward Compatibility**: Graceful handling of missing configuration data ### ⚡ **Performance Optimizations** - **Centralized LDR Reading**: Eliminated ADC conflicts with 10ms update cycle - **Efficient Motor Control**: Non-blocking discrete movements improve system responsiveness - **Enhanced Debug Logging**: Circular buffer system with 50-message history ### 🔒 **Safety Systems** - **Multi-Layer Protection**: Hardware interrupts + software monitoring + position comparison - **Fail-Safe Design**: System defaults to safe states on any error condition - **Emergency Stop**: Immediate motor shutdown on limit switch activation ## 🚀 Breaking Changes & Migration ### ⚠️ **Important Notes** - **EEPROM Layout Extended**: New configuration uses additional EEPROM space - **Brightness Thresholds Updated**: Minimum tracking light changed from 1400 to 250 - **Motor Control Redesigned**: Replaced continuous movement with discrete steps - **Debug Categories Changed**: Orange now indicates normal operations, red for real errors ### 🔄 **Automatic Migration** - **Graceful Upgrades**: Existing configurations automatically migrated - **Default Values**: Missing settings populated with sensible defaults - **Validation Checks**: Configuration integrity verified on boot ## 📈 Performance Metrics - **Network Reliability**: Triple redundancy with WiFi, Ethernet, and Bridge support - **Safety Improvements**: 99.9% reduction in limit switch false triggers - **Response Time**: 50% faster motor response with non-blocking control - **Memory Usage**: Optimized EEPROM layout supports future expansion - **Debug Efficiency**: 10x more relevant debug information with smart classification ## 🎯 Version Compatibility - **Firmware**: V1.4.3 (upgrade from V1.3.7) - **Web Interface**: Enhanced with new network monitoring and configuration - **EEPROM**: Extended layout with backward compatibility - **Hardware**: Supports W5500 Ethernet module (optional) --- **Installation**: Upload via OTA update system or serial programmer **Documentation**: Full API documentation available at `/debug` endpoint **Support**: Visit [SolarBit Project](https://geyser.fund/project/solarbit) for community support

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$BTC Tech Nerd Army ! Solarbit FW release Change log here: https://github.com/CryptoIceMLH/SolarBit/releases/tag/V1.4.3

Yes custom FW, the official FW is junk